In today’s fast-paced society, “work-life balance” has become a very significant phrase in our lives because of the tension between professional duties and individual personal commitment. 

The narrative about work being increasingly unstable and insecure is unsurprising and seen in fluctuating unemployment rates in Southeast Asia. Unfortunately, it is often the employees who bear the risks of unstable work and job insecurity. 

Cities face a web of shared challenges like surging populations, ageing demographics and the looming threat of climate change. Out-of-the-box thinking and research-based insights are crucial in helping urban leaders find the best way forward, with resilience and adaptability. Given the scale and urgency of these issues however, no city can achieve this in isolation.  

What does an “ideal job” mean to you? The definition of an ‘ideal job’ or product or partner is different for everyone. Some may have more requirements than others, for instance, some people may need their ‘ideal job’ to pay well, have health benefits, and be easily accessible by public transport; whereas some may only need it to pay well. 

Similar to any organisation, owners in family firms can have disagreements that stem from different views, personalities, interests and priorities. But unlike non-family firms, such disagreements in family firms can spillover from the business into the personal domain and vice versa. 

Last updated: 02/05/2024

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During periods of rapid economic growth and urbanisation, young women tend to outnumber young men in cities as the former are more likely to migrate from rural areas to urban areas.

In the age of social media, managing corporate communication during crises has become increasingly complex. The instantaneous speed of communication makes it difficult for organisations to control the narrative. Throw in having to deal with fake news – disinformation and misinformation – into the mix and you have a ripe recipe for a bumpy ride.  

Existing studies suggest that stress affects social media use and has been shown to lead to excessive social media use. Excessive use of social media can lead to detrimental consequences like addiction, anxiety and depression.

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